Opinion
Opinion: California growers inspire with resiliency, optimism after the Thomas Fire
CDFA head Karen Ross reflects on a recent visit hosted by the California Avocado Commission.
February 16 , 2018
Q&A: Total Produce chief sees "exciting times" ahead with Dole deal
"Ultimately, you don’t necessarily need to control 100% of an organization from day one to start planning cooperation," says Total Produce chief executive Rory Byrne.
February 16 , 2018
Opinion: Fresh Del Monte and Mann Packing – A potent combination of vast innovation and experience
"From a business perspective, it is hard to think of a more synergistic acquisition," says Perishable Pundit Jim Prevor.
February 07 , 2018
The Packaging Pitch: Are online produce sales good or bad for your brand?
After years of branding development within the fresh produce category, the industry faces another wave of commoditization if current online sales practices continue (unless you're in China).
February 05 , 2018
Opinion: Sustainability, a contradiction to plastic packaging
"Perhaps it’s time to take a step back and remember that we’re selling produce, not plastic," says marketing expert Bev Oster.
January 29 , 2018
Opinion: Land expropriation without compensation in South Africa
'Whilst there can be general agreement that the wheels of transformation have been turning slowly, the proposed resolution cannot be a reasonable solution' says Agri SA legal advisor Yolisa Mfaise.
January 26 , 2018
Opinion: How an Eastern U.S. cold front spawns wind in Oaxacan mango orchards
Crespo Organic's Nissa Pierson says there will likely be slightly less fruit from the Oaxaca region during the start of February, but expects an increase from Chiapas.
January 24 , 2018
Q&A: Inaugural Arctic Apple campaign wrapped up quickly
Okanagan Specialty Fruits (OSF) founder Neal Carter says consumers "overwhelmingly agreed" the market's first genetically modified apples tasted great, describing them as sweet and crispy.
January 24 , 2018
Opinion: Cool heads are needed as South African drought panic sets in
Janse Rabie says that amidst a province in crisis, Agri SA finds a surprising ally.
January 22 , 2018
Opinion: Technology is crucial to enhanced sustainability
Bjorn Thumas of Tomra says sustainability isn't just about environmental initiatives and corporate social responsibility.
January 10 , 2018
